1971 (S) Proof Jefferson Nickel - No S

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Auction Record

$4,050 PR69 12-22-2021 eBay

Description

The 1971 (S) Proof Jefferson Nickel - No S is a proof nickel struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003 series. With a mintage of 3.2 million, this is a scarce issue — the lowest mintage among 4 mint variants, representing only less than 1% of total production. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson facing left and the reverse displays Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's Virginia estate. The 1971 "No S" Proof is a rare modern error — proof nickels missing the San Francisco mintmark. As a proof issue, this coin was struck multiple times on specially prepared polished planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements prized by collectors. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Auction record: $4,050 PR69 12-22-2021 eBay. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, weighing 5 grams, 21.2 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #4204.